Author Archives: Flea55

Halona Beach Cove

We’re not sure about you, but when we hear “beach cove” and “Hawaii” together we think, “Sweet.” And Halona Beach Cove delivers. read more

Oahu Windward Coastline

Steep pali (cliffs), lush from rain and tropical sun, dive into the warm Pacific ocean below on the windward side of the Oahu coastline. read more

March 19, 2012 Flea55Hawaii Pictures • Islands • Oahu • Scenerycliffs • hawaii • tropical • valley • windward side

The year of 1878 was important in Hawaiian history. Not because of battles, government, or natural events. Instead, 1878 is the year that Portuguese laborers introduced to the islands their perfection of confection–the Malasada. read more

March 17, 2012 Flea55Food • Hawaii Pictures • Uniquemalasada • Portuguese

Manana (Rabbit) Island

Between Makapuu Point and Waimanalo on the island of Oahu you’ll find the tiny islet of Manana. Sometimes called Rabbit Island for it’s part in rabbit breeding operations until the mid-1990’s, Manana literally translates to, to stretch out, or to spread out. read more

March 16, 2012 Flea55Hawaii Picturesbirds • island • islet • Oahu

Hanauma Bay, Snorkelers Paradise

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve on Hawaii’s island of Oahu is a beginning snorkeler’s paradise. This well-protected bay boasts hundreds of tropical fish species, calm, clear waters and shallow depths allowing for great viewing. read more

March 14, 2012 Flea55Activities • Snorkeling • Hawaii Pictures • Islands • Oahu • Scenery • Hawaii Beachesbeach • fish • hanauma bay nature preserve • Oahu • tropical fish

Waikiki Sunset in the Sand

A warm Hawaii sunset reflects off smooth, wet, Waikiki sand near Honolulu and envelopes those around it like a tropical blanket. read more

March 13, 2012 Flea55Hawaii Pictures • Islands • Oahu • Scenery • Sunsetsbeach • hawaii sunset • Honolulu • sand • sunset • Waikiki

Diamond Head Crater from Above

Jutting up into the skyline just out side of Honolulu and famous Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head crater is perhaps the most photographed landmark on Hawaii’s island of Oahu. read more

March 11, 2012 Flea55Hawaii Pictures • Islands • Oahu • Scenery • VolcanoDiamond Head • Downtown • Honolulu • landscape

A Rainbow of Hawaiian Ukuleles

Hawaiian ukuleles have a sound, style, and relaxing quality all their own. This uniqueness extends beyond the class of instrument to each individual ukulele, ranging in size, color, shape, detailing, and base materials. read more

March 8, 2012 Flea55Artwork • Hawaii Pictures • Uniquehawaiian word • rainbow • ukulele

Spotted Eagle Ray, Oahu

A spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) stealthy flies inches above columns of white sand seeking out its next snack in near shore Oahu waters. Hawaiians call rays Hihimanu, which translated literally means “flowing bird.” read more

March 7, 2012 Flea55Hawaii Pictures • Wildlifeeagle ray • Oahu • ocean • sand